jat1 go3 beng2 jan3一個餅印一个饼印
Jyutpingjat1 go3 beng2 jan3
Yaleyāt go béng yan
Definition
Looking exactly alike, usually referring to members of the same family.
colloquialpeoplefamily
How it's used
This idiom relies on the imagery of a traditional biscuit mold where every piece comes out identical. It is almost exclusively used to describe family members, especially children who strongly resemble their parents. Using it for non-family members can sound slightly strange or overly intimate.
Examples
He and his dad really look exactly the same.
Common phrases
simply identical
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe people who are not related, as it implies a biological or genetic connection. It is not a general term for lookalikes or doppelgangers.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
